Which future do you want in rural areas?

Take part in shaping the future of rural areas

The world in which we live is experiencing and undergoing profound transformations. The glasses with which we looked at rural areas have changed and has made us a source of inspiration for our ability to solve problems, assume responsibilities and face new challenges. Let's take advantage of this opportunity!

The LEADER methodology and our way of acting -based on participation, innovation and public-private collaboration- can play an essential role in facing a new social, economic, cultural and environmental paradigm in rural areas

Through this survey, REDR intends to reflect, take sides and define among all how LEADER can continue to improve the quality of life of rural areas and their inhabitants in the near future.

Why should you participate? Your voice will be heard: as REDR we will ensure that your opinions and ideas are transferred to regional, national and European political leaders and officials of regional and local administrations. All the responses collected in this macro survey will be exposed in turn in our different information channels and through our associates.

In general, do you think that in 2035 the people in rural areas will live better, worse or the same as today?

Better

Equal

Worse

Looking 15 years ahead... what three things would you like to see happen? Select a maximum of THREE

Accessibility to services comparable to those of cities.

Greater job opportunities and decent employment.

Excellent Communications and Transport Services throughout the whole of the territory.

Improved access to Professional and Higher Level training.

Sustainable centres for Industry Development.

Which of these local services do you value the most? Rate the following options from 1 to 5 (5 is the maximum value).

1. Health and care

1

2

3

4

5

2. Education

1

2

3

4

5

3. Transportation

1

2

3

4

5

4. Consumer services

1

2

3

4

5

5. Connectivity

1

2

3

4

5

6. Leisure offer / Culture

1

2

3

4

5

7. Care services for the elderly and dependents

1

2

3

4

5

8. Access to financial services

1

2

3

4

5

9. Digitization of services

1

2

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5

10. Affordable housing

1

2

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5

In what way has LEADER contributed to your territory?
Select 5 options

LEADER has helped to increase awareness and appreciation of the importance of the rural
environment. DIGNITY

LEADER is the best instrument for enabling the participation and leading role of the population in the future of their own territory, with the emphasis placed on the active participation of the local population in decision-making. PARTICIPATION

The LEADER Initiative promotes the establishment of synergies between actors and territories, improving socialization and collective work amongst the population- ACTORS-TERRITORY

The application of LEADER encourages renewed interest in rural dwelling through the development of sustainable job opportunities. POPULATION GROWTH

Through LEADER, improved access to vital services, together with the launch of sustainable, inclusive and innovative projects, have resulted in positive outcomes that would not be achievable without this initiative. PROJECTS

With the support of the LAGs, training-needs are detected and access to training is improved, especially for disadvantaged groups. TRAINING

The initiative establishes direct collaboration through financial and other supports especially for SMEs and professionals in the territory. SMEs AND PROFESSIONALS

LAGs are the greatest social exponent of the territories and promoters of gender equality. SOCIAL COHESION-EQUALITY

Through LEADER, the landscape, environment, and biodiversity in the territories are improved through sustainability plans. BIODIVERSITY

What would your territory be like without LEADER aid?

Better

Equal

Worse

Would you like your territory to continue receiving resources to promote economic, social and environmental diversity through LEADER and LAGs?

Yes

No

I dot not care

Do you think that, without these resources, your territory would have undergone a similar development at all levels (economic, social, political)?

Yes

No

I don't know

What do you advise the top leaders about the continuity of LEADER to address and reverse the current situation in rural areas?

And finally, how would you improve the LEADER approach? Rate the following options from 1 to 5 (5 is the maximum value).

1. Returning to the origins of LEADER in terms of the implementation of the 7 basic principles (bottom-up approach, development strategy, public-private collaboration, multi-sectorality, innovation, cooperation and networking).

1

2

3

4

5

2. Considering LAGs as catalysts and capitalizers of resources in rural areas, not only from EAFRD funds.

1

2

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5

3. Avoiding the high level of politicisation in the application of LEADER.

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5

4. Simplifying bureaucratic procedures and providing LAGs with greater capacity for social and economic revitalization.